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Cub Scouts Help Kick Off Benson’s New Youth Pledge Initiative
BENSON, N.C. — Members of BSA Pack 19 Cub Scouts helped launch the Town of Benson’s new Youth Pledge Program by leading the Pledge of Allegiance during the Benson Board…
Clayton Library To Celebrate Grand Reopening July 11
CLAYTON, N.C. — After months of renovations, the Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library is ready to welcome the community back with a grand reopening celebration. The Town of Clayton will host the…
WWII Vet Turns 100 On Nation’s 250th Birthday
By Emily Weaver Daily Record of Dunn DUNN, N.C. – Sherrill Allen Pope is turning 100 years old on the day America will celebrate its 250th anniversary July 4 and…
Teresa Palma Named Johnston County Extension Agent
SMITHFIELD, N.C. —Johnston County residents seeking information on nutrition, health, food safety and family well-being will have a new resource. Teresa Palma has joined the Johnston County Extension Center as…
Men’s Wearhouse Opens Doors At Selma’s Eastfield Development
SELMA, N.C. — Shoppers in Johnston County now have a new option for men’s clothing after Men’s Wearhouse opened its first store in the county at the Eastfield development in…
Kenly Officers Promote Railroad Safety One Lollipop At A Time
KENLY, N.C. — There were plenty of smiles around Kenly on Wednesday, but behind every lollipop handed out by local police officers was an important safety message that could one…
Benson Announces July 3 Independence Day Celebration And Fireworks
BENSON, N.C. — The Town of Benson and Benson Parks and Recreation will celebrate Independence Day with an evening of family fun, entertainment and fireworks on Friday, July 3. This…
Book Lovers Gain New Destination In Downtown Smithfield
SMITHFIELD — Book lovers will soon have a new place to browse for their next page-turner as Once Upon A Crime prepares to open its doors in Downtown Smithfield. The…
Chick-fil-A Announces June 25 Opening In Flowers Plantation
CLAYTON, N.C. — Residents of the rapidly growing Flowers Plantation community will soon have a new dining option close to home. Chick-fil-A in Flowers Plantation will open on Thursday, June…
New Benson Booster Club Formed To Support Parks & Rec Programs
BENSON, N.C. — A new nonprofit organization has been established in Benson with a mission of supporting the Town of Benson Parks and Recreation Department through volunteer service, fundraising efforts…
Johnston Residents Shred 25,000 Pounds Of Documents At Annual Event
SMITHFIELD, N.C. — Hundreds of Johnston County residents took advantage of a free document shredding event Saturday aimed at helping protect personal information and prevent identity theft. The Johnston County…
Benson Employees Commended For Going Above And Beyond
BENSON, N.C. — Two Town of Benson Public Works employees have been recognized for their dedication, teamwork and service to the community. Dylan Rhodes and Doug Jackson recently received letters…
